Red Beads
From garnets and rubies, to tiger's eye and agate, we have every red gemstone bead you could think of. Let the intensity of a red fire opal or the softness of matte jasper be the inspiration for your next piece. Metaphysical Properties: The color red is often associated with passion, intense emotion, courage, and love. Chakra: Red is connected to the Root Chakra and represents security and power.
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Terra Agate Red 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch
A form of chalcedony made of quartz, Terra Agate contains the best of nature in a variety of small shapes. Our Red Terra Agate is dyed to give a un...
View full detailsAncient Cellar Red Agate 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Ancient Cellar Red Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique color and pattern we call Ancient Cellar.
Terra Agate Red 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch
A form of chalcedony made of quartz, Terra Agate contains the best of nature in a variety of small shapes. Our Red Terra Agate is dyed to give a un...
View full detailsAncient Cellar Red Agate 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Ancient Cellar Red Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique color and pattern we call Ancient Cellar.
Ancient Cellar Black Agate 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Ancient Cellar Black Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique color and pattern we call Ancient Cellar.
Sage Agate 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Distinctive for its purple-and-gray tones, Sage Agate forms in volcanish ash, and features dark manganese dendrites throughout. The stone can also ...
View full detailsAncient Cellar Red Agate 6mm Matte Round - 15-16 Inch
Ancient Cellar Red Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique color and pattern we call Ancient Cellar.
Terra Agate Red 10x30mm Rice - 15-16 Inch
A form of chalcedony made of quartz, Terra Agate contains the best of nature in a variety of small shapes. Our Red Terra Agate is dyed to give a un...
View full detailsRed Agate 6x8 Tri Cut Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch
Red Agate is a form of Chalcedony, made up of of smaller crystals, and often features color banding. Red Agate purportedly enhances mental function...
View full detailsMexican Laguna Lace Agate 6mm Round - 15-16 inch
Red Botswana Agate 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Red Botswana Agate displays highly defined parallel banding, usually in white on hues of brown, gray, pink, tan, apricot and purplish red. Botswana...
View full detailsSage Agate 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Distinctive for its purple-and-gray tones, Sage Agate forms in volcanish ash, and features dark manganese dendrites throughout. The stone can also ...
View full detailsAgua Nueva Agate 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Agua Nueva Agate is sourced from the Agua Nueva Ranch near Chihuahua City, Mexico. The stone ranges in hue from green, gold and lavender to earthy ...
View full detailsRed Botswana Agate 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Red Botswana Agate displays highly defined parallel banding, usually in white on hues of brown, gray, pink, tan, apricot and purplish red. Botswana...
View full detailsAgua Nueva Agate 4mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Agua Nueva Agate is sourced from the Agua Nueva Ranch near Chihuahua City, Mexico. The stone ranges in hue from green, gold and lavender to earthy ...
View full detailsAncient Cellar Red Agate 12mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Ancient Cellar Red Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique color and pattern we call Ancient Cellar.
Ancient Cellar Black Agate 12mm Matte Round - 15-16 Inch
Ancient Cellar Black Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique color and pattern we call Ancient Cellar.
Moroccan Agate 10x16-22x50mm Top Drill Slab 15-16 Inch
Moroccan Agate occurs in striking colors of red, white, golden tan, gray and purple, in a variety of swirling and linear patterns. Like other Agate...
View full detailsAncient Cellar Red Agate 12mm Matte Round - 15-16 Inch
Ancient Cellar Red Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique color and pattern we call Ancient Cellar.
Ancient Cellar Black Agate 12mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Ancient Cellar Black Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique color and pattern we call Ancient Cellar.
Mexican Laguna Lace Agate 8mm Round - 15-16 inch
Mexican Laguna Lace Agate is one of the most prized agates in the world. It is a variety of banded Chalcedony with layers that may contain scarlet,...
View full detailsAlashan Agate 4mm Microfaceted Round - 15-16 Inch
Red Botswana Agate 7x9-8x10mm Pebble - 15-16-Inch
Red Botswana Agate displays highly defined parallel banding, usually in white on hues of brown, gray, pink, tan, apricot and purplish red. Botswana...
View full detailsMexican Laguna Lace Agate 10mm Round - 15-16 inch
Mexican Laguna Lace Agate is one of the most prized agates in the world. It is a variety of banded Chalcedony with layers that may contain scarlet,...
View full detailsMoroccan Agate 25-35mm Light Freeform Oval - 15-16 Inch
Moroccan Agate occurs in striking colors of red, white, golden tan, gray and purple, in a variety of swirling and linear patterns. Like other Agate...
View full detailsAgua Nueva Agate 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch
Agua Nueva Agate is sourced from the Agua Nueva Ranch near Chihuahua City, Mexico. The stone ranges in hue from green, gold and lavender to earthy ...
View full detailsRed Botswana Agate 2mm Faceted Cube - 15-16 Inch
Red Botswana Agate displays highly defined parallel banding, usually in white on hues of brown, gray, pink, tan, apricot and purplish red. Botswana...
View full detailsMoroccan Agate Dark 25-30mm Oval - 15-16 Inch
Moroccan Agate occurs in striking colors of red, white, golden tan, gray and purple, in a variety of swirling and linear patterns. Like other Agate...
View full detailsMoroccan Agate Light 30-40mm Freeform Oval - 15-16 Inch
Moroccan Agate occurs in striking colors of red, white, golden tan, gray and purple, in a variety of swirling and linear patterns. Like other Agate...
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Frequently asked questions
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What red gemstone beads do you carry?
Dakota's red collection is anchored by Red Jasper and Garnet at strand level. Carnelian (warm red-orange), Mookaite (mottled red-burgundy), Picasso Jasper (banded earth-reds), Ruby (faceted, fine-jewelry grade), and Spiny Oyster (natural shell) round out the range. Over 30 additional stones contribute red varieties — including specialty material like Cinnabar and Red Tiger Eye. -
Is red jasper dyed or natural?
Most red jasper is natural — the iron-oxide content that gives jasper its red color is built into the stone, not added. Treatments do exist in the broader bead trade (some 'red jasper' is actually dyed howlite or dyed magnesite), so individual listings should specify treatment. Authentic red jasper has a slight unevenness in tone within a strand; perfectly uniform red beads are worth a second look. -
What's the difference between red garnet and ruby?
Garnet and ruby are different mineral families. Garnet (most commonly almandine or pyrope species in the red range) has a deeper, slightly browner red and is Mohs 6.5–7.5. Ruby is corundum (Mohs 9), with a brighter, more saturated red and a higher refractive index that gives it more visible internal fire. Ruby is typically heated to enhance color; garnet is rarely treated. -
Which red gemstones are birthstones?
Garnet is the traditional January birthstone — almandine and pyrope species are most common in the bead trade. Ruby is the July birthstone. Both appear at multiple price points in Dakota's catalog: Garnet at everyday strand prices, Ruby in higher-end faceted rondelles and rounds. -
Which red beads hold up best for daily-wear jewelry?
For daily wear, prioritize hardness and treatment stability. Garnet (6.5–7.5 Mohs), Ruby (9), and Carnelian (6.5–7) all wear well. Red Jasper (6.5–7) is durable but can pick up surface scuffs over time. Spiny Oyster is shell, not stone — fine for occasional wear but softer (3.5) and porous, so it should not contact perfume, lotion, or harsh cleaners.